This is stated in the comments of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan in connection with a far-fetched lawsuit and a “trial” against the Azerbaijani servicemen taken hostage.
“By subjecting Azerbaijani soldiers to severe physical torture, Armenia, through such a “trial,” also subjects them to moral and psychological torture,” the commentary says.
It was noted that by such irresponsible behavior, Armenia once again demonstrates ignoring the legal responsibility that it bears in accordance with international humanitarian law, as well as the calls of the international community for the release of hostages and the principles of humanism.
“Such a step by the Armenian side, which did not show mutual attitude in connection with the confidence-building measures taken by our country without any preconditions upon the return of the Armenians, including more than 10 Armenian servicemen who, having lost their way, crossed the border, indicates that that Armenia is not interested in measures to establish peace and confidence in the region. Responsibility for undermining efforts aimed at establishing trust lies entirely with the Armenian side,” the ministry said.
The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry stressed that Armenia must put an end to such subversive activities, accompanied by gross violations of international humanitarian law, and immediately release the hostages.
“We call on the entire international community, relevant international organizations and non-governmental organizations to exert serious influence and pressure on Armenia in order to release our soldiers who have been held hostage as soon as possible and reunite them with their families,” the appeal says.
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